gingerly

Example Sentences

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He immediately signaled toward the bench for a sub and walked gingerly back to the sideline while grabbing toward his right knee.

From Los Angeles Times

In the first five days, forensic experts gingerly removed earth, millimeter by millimeter, recovering 3,463 bone fragments.

From Barron's

Trier wisely leaves the specifics of this father-daughter tension vague, painting his characters gingerly and with loving detail until the knockout final stretch of the film pulls back, revealing a full family portrait.

From Salon

But Mr. Biden gingerly acknowledged his own reluctance to engage with the reporters who cover him other than in passing.

From New York Times

All gingerly stepped from rickety boats into the sturdy craft of the Tunisian Maritime National Guard — and away from their dreams of life in Europe.

From Seattle Times